Q: I was pulled over and arrested for gta. Someone had rented van from uhaul pulled stickers off and rented to me. What now
A friend of a friend rented me a van I was told it was her father's he had rental company and she could get me good deal if I pay her in cash. She was doing same thing for couple other people. I had for couple months then was pulled over arrested told it was reported stolen by uhaul and charge me with gta. I did not sign a contract with friend but I have a few texts i think about me making payments. If they rented it and kept it not reporting anything to uhaul can I still go down for gta?I have no previous record of theft. Thank you
A:
MORE INFO NEEDED.
YOU NEED A GOOD LAWYER WHO SHOULD PROTECT YOU.
GET INFO ON OTHERS WHO HAVE RENTED AND SHARE WITH LAWYER YOU HIRE OR COURT APPOINTED ATTORNEY.
A: Your lawyer may try to use these facts as a defense, since apparently you state you had no reason to know about the car being stolen as you were allegedly defrauded by the person renting you the van. You can also report these facts to the police through your lawyer. If you cannot afford a lawyer, perhaps you may qualify for a Public Defender. Before entering into any representation agreement, find out what you will be charged by the lawyer, as not all lawyers appointed by a court to defend you are free of charge! More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AliEsq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, WA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
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